Magic at Minnetrista: The Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Party

When Monday, April 8, 2024
11:00am to 4:30pm
Where Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
What General Events community development, family events, games, history, minnetrista

April 8; 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Free community event
Various locations across campus

Enjoy Minnetrista’s expansive lawns—all are welcome to one of the best places in town to experience this once-in-a-lifetime event! Celebrate the science of solar eclipses with demonstrations and activities meant to educate. Local author and illustrator Laurie Lunsford will read her book The Solar Eclipse is Coming, and the Muncie Astronomy Club will provide expertise. Visitors can attend a performance of A Golden Curve of Light, an eclipse-themed one-act play written by award-winning playwright Jennifer Blackmer. After the activities, visitors can claim their spots and prepare to experience the eclipse totality event at our viewing party!